How To Fix PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK086 - Policy &1 has been converted but is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK - Consistency check for PCC configuration

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Policy &1 has been converted but is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK086 - Policy &1 has been converted but is not active ?

  The SAP error message PYC_CONF_CONS_CHECK086 indicates that a policy has been converted but is not currently active. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability and Cost Management (PCM) or similar modules where policies are used to manage configurations and settings.
  Cause:
  
  Policy Conversion: The policy in question has been converted from an older version or format to a new one, but the conversion process did not activate the policy.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings that prevent the policy from being activated.
  Dependencies: The policy might have dependencies on other configurations or policies that are not met, leading to its inactive status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate the policy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Policy: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP where the policy is managed.
  Look for an option to activate the policy. This may involve selecting the policy and choosing an "Activate" option.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: 
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the policy to ensure that all required parameters are correctly set.
  Ensure that there are no missing dependencies or prerequisites that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Messages: 
  
  Check the system logs or messages for any additional information that might indicate why the policy is not active.
  Look for any warnings or errors that occurred during the conversion process.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to activate the policy has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about the policy and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the specific module you are working with. SAP Notes often contain fixes, workarounds, or additional information about known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing policies, such as those for configuration management or policy activation.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.